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Terrazzo’s Sustainable Design Strategy: Integrating Tradition, Reuse, and Innovation

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Terrazzo , with origins dating back to the 15th century, stands out as an example of how tradition can fuel innovation. Cortesia de Foresso In a context where sustainability and material identity are becoming priorities in architecture, some ancient materials are finding new life. Read more

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Exploring High-Rise Innovations: 8 Conceptual Towers Redefining Urban Density from the ArchDaily Community

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Some projects incorporate green spaces and shared amenities to create a stronger connection between the built environment and its users, while others introduce innovative construction techniques to improve sustainability and efficiency.

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RCR Unveils Muraba Veil Skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Courtesy of RCR Arquitectes Muraba and RCR Arquitectes , recipients of the 2017 Pritzker Prize, have collaborated on Muraba Veil, a modern architectural project in Dubai that aims to incorporate traditional elements alongside contemporary innovation.

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Smart, Eco-Conscious Architecture and Décor Inspired by Nature’s Finest Materials

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The combination of innovation, ecological awareness, and, fundamentally, the revaluation of natural resources that have accompanied humanity since its earliest days. While this knowledge was never truly lost, the techniques associated with these materials have long remained in the background. What is its 'secret'?

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Your next role could be teaching design skills to high school students

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Following our previous look at an opening for an Assistant Architect at the Central Park Conservancy , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for an Innovation Lab Teacher at Mountain Views Supervisory School District.

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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

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The interplay of innovation and local context drawing from both cutting-edge technology and traditional building practices has led to remarkable solutions that minimize risk without compromising creativity. The building uses base isolation technology, which separates the building’s foundation from the ground.

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Carbonized Wood: A Traditional Japanese Technique That Has Conquered the World

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Popular Japanese techniques have reached even the most remote corners of the globe, gaining traction across various fields that range from technical craftsmanship to digital innovation.

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